How To Bid For A Stateroom Upgrade on Norwegian Cruise Line (2019)

Editorial Summary

Doug Parker explains the Upgrade Advantage program used by Norwegian Cruise Line, which replaced the traditional upgrade ferry system. This program allows selected passengers to bid on higher stateroom categories at their own price point. The process typically begins with an email notification sent a few months before sailing, often after final payment is made. Parker details how the bidding interface works, including the use of a slider to set bid amounts and a color-coded meter to indicate the quality of the bid. He notes that bidding is based on double occupancy, meaning solo travelers are charged for two people, while additional guests in a stateroom may receive the upgrade for free. The video covers several risks and limitations, such as the inability to cancel an upgrade once accepted, the lack of control over specific room locations, and the fact that original booking perks remain unchanged despite the higher category. Parker concludes by advising travelers to research the actual value of staterooms before bidding and to consider whether they are comfortable with the uncertainty of room placement.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.